Hypnotherapy for anxiety: 5 reasons why it’s a good choice Hypnotherapy for anxiety isn’t generally the first thing people think of when they’re looking for help with anxious thoughts and feelings. In fact, you might think of hypnotherapy as something that usually happens onstage, with various people ‘falling under the spell’ of the hypnotist and being made to do ridiculous things in the name of entertainment. And that probably makes you feel even more anxious! There’s no need to worry however, as hypnotherapy is very different to stage hypnosis, and it’s actually an excellent choice of therapy for anxiety. Continue Reading

This simple daily practice will help you to reduce any anger, anxiety or stress that’s building up inside. It can be done anywhere – you could be out in public, waiting in a queue at the post office, or sitting in a traffic jam. All you have to do is develop a regular practice of checking in with your body. Just send your awareness within, scan around your body, and PAY ATTENTION to how you’re feeling. Reduce anger and anxiety Don’t leave it too late I don’t mean you should do this when you’re already at the height of anyContinue Reading

Hypnotherapy for emotional eating is often the last resort for many. Most of the people who come to me have already been through various diet programs and weight loss groups. They might see some success in the short term, but those emotional eating patterns just come back with a vengeance. Because – and I say this so many times I sound like a broken record – it’s NOT about the food. We all know what we should be eating to lose weight and get healthy. It’s about our mindset, and the self-sabotage that kicks in when we try to giveContinue Reading

Low self esteem is on the rise Low self esteem in older women – particularly around looks and appearance – is on the increase, according to a recent study. And it’s hardly surprising really, given the increasing focus on how we perceive that we ‘should’ look. Social media pressures These times of Facebook Live videos and Instagram selfies may suit the young beautiful people, but the harsh magnifying glass of social media isn’t so kind to more mature faces. All those lines and supposed ‘imperfections’ are out there for the world to see, and once you get to a certainContinue Reading

A cup of tea is often the first thing we reach for when we’re feeling anxious. There’s something about that feeling of familiarity that gives us a sense of comfort when everything around us is falling into chaos. Can a cuppa really reduce anxiety? You might be surprised to know that there’s actually some solid science behind it all. When we drink a warm drink, our vagus nerve is stimulated, which sends us feelings of calmness. Keep calm – it’s time for a cuppa What is the vagus nerve? The vagus nerve is an extremely important nerve that is involvedContinue Reading

Do you wish you knew how to talk to people with confidence? Do you find yourself becoming nervous and anxious when talking to certain people? Rest assured, you’re not alone. A lot of people feel uneasy interacting with people in certain situations – whether that means talking to their boss, a potential date, or a stranger at a party. This kind of social anxiety can be a real problem for some. Without noticing it they can gradually start to avoid certain situations – eg parties and nights out – because they just feel too anxious at the prospect of facing people.Continue Reading

Anxiety Counselling or Anxiety Course – which should you choose? When it comes to providing anxiety therapy, I provide two options for prospective clients: 1. Anxiety course My anxiety course is a specialised program that incorporates elements of counselling, coaching, CBT, hypnotherapy and NLP. It’s a very pro-active, solution-focused program that aims to get you anxiety-free – or at least bring your anxiety down to easily manageable levels – over a short time period. During the course you will have one-to-one sessions with me that each last for one hour. We can conduct the sessions face-to-face (I’m located in Cambuslang,Continue Reading

Tapping / EFT / Emotional Freedom Techniques Tapping – also known as EFT (which stands for Emotional Freedom Techniques) – is a form of therapeutic intervention that is excellent for helping with a variety of issues. Anxiety, stress, anger, intrusive and negative thoughts, emotional eating, and even physical pain, are among the many issues it can help with. It often comes as a great surprise to my clients when we use tapping / EFT during the session, as they realise that all those difficult and uncomfortable emotions that they’ve been struggling with just fade away. How to do Tapping /Continue Reading

Counselling for anxiety in young people can be a very effective therapy for helping them with the stresses of life in the modern world. Watch the video version of ‘Counselling for anxiety in young people’ below: Anxiety and stress in young adults is becoming increasingly common these days. Pressures to do well at school, to be popular (or even to avoid being bullied), and to present themselves in the best way possible on social media – these and many other things all add up to create a huge level of overwhelm and stress in teenagers. When anxiety gets too muchContinue Reading

Insomnia hypnosis MP3 for bedtime relaxation I created this insomnia hypnosis MP3 because insomnia is one of the most common things that clients ask me to help them with. Insomnia is increasingly common nowadays, with recent reports stating that as much as one third of the UK population may be affected. Insomnia is one of the most frustrating, debilitating issues to suffer with, as it can have a knock-on effect on our whole day. Fatigue, irritability and that annoying brain fog can make daily life seem much more difficult than it already is. Hypnotherapy for insomnia can be a veryContinue Reading

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Lisa Murphy BSc.(hons), PG Dip. Couns., Dip.C.Hyp/NLP, is a Counsellor & Hypnotherapist based in Cambuslang Glasgow who specialises in anxiety and stress. Sessions can be arranged face-to-face, on the telephone, or via Skype. Read more